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Black Mission fig "fruit" has a tough peel (in this case, green giving way to deep purple), often cracking near the stem end upon ripeness, and exposing the pulp beneath. The soft creamy white interior contains a seed mass bound with jelly-like flesh. The edible seeds are numerous and generally hollow, unless pollinated. Pollinated seeds provide the characteristic nutty taste of dried figs.
Black figs are available in early spring through early winter. Beginning in winter, night temperatures drop causing a change in the fruit's texture and the fig is no longer at its best for culinary use. The interior of the fig becomes woody and dry, and the seeds begin to separate from the flesh.
Figs grow on the Ficus tree (Ficus carica), which is a member of the Mulberry family. There are almost two hundred cultivars of figs, thus they grow in a wide range of shapes, colors and textures. The common fig bears a first crop, called the breba crop, in the spring on last season's growth. The second crop is born in the fall on the new growth and is known as the main crop. Figs are botanically an inverted flower. Each fig is not a single fruit, but nearly fifteen hundred tiny fruits. Figs made their first commercial product appearance with the 1892 introduction of Fig Newtons® Cookies.
When Black Mission Figs are blended with savory ingredients, such as salt, cocoa and spices, figs can produce a “meaty” flavor that has a smoky, almost steak-like aroma and taste. Chop fresh figs and thyme, then fold into olive oil-based cake batter and bake. Whip blue cheese and heavy cream, the pipe into halved figs, top with toasted hazelnuts and serve as an appetizer. Saute roasted beets and quartered figs in honey and balsamic vinegar, then toss with arugula and serve as a salad. Top puff pastry dough with crumbled goat cheese, chopped or halved figs and sliced prosciutto, then bake into a tart. To store, lay figs on paper towels; cover with plastic; refrigerate no more than three days. Use ripe figs immediately.
Figs are one of the very first plants to be cultivated by humans. They have been documented throughout history as a food source for over 11,000 years. They were first cultivated in ancient Egypt though they are believed to be indigenous to western Asia. They still have a huge presence in northern Africa and throughout the eastern Mediterranean, specifically Greece and Turkey. They have been naturalized in the western Mediterranean and throughout temperate regions of the United States, primarily Southern California. The Black Mission Fig is native to the Balearic Islands, an archipelago of Spain in the western Mediterranean Sea. Spaniards brought the fig to America in 1520. The (California) Mission fig received its given name in honor of the missionary fathers - priests at Mission San Diego, who originally planted figs in California in 1769. In the late 1880s, fig orchards covered much of the area within the city limits of Fresno, the heart of the central San Joaquin Valley, the largest agricultural sector of California. Figs require full sun all day to ripen palatable fruits. Cold springs and cloudy summers can lead to a dismal fig season.
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Description/Taste
Black Mission fig "fruit" has a tough peel (in this case, green giving way to deep purple), often cracking near the stem end upon ripeness, and exposing the pulp beneath. The soft creamy white interior contains a seed mass bound with jelly-like flesh. The edible seeds are numerous and generally hollow, unless pollinated. Pollinated seeds provide the characteristic nutty taste of dried figs.
Seasons/Availability
Black figs are available in early spring through early winter. Beginning in winter, night temperatures drop causing a change in the fruit's texture and the fig is no longer at its best for culinary use. The interior of the fig becomes woody and dry, and the seeds begin to separate from the flesh.
Current Facts
Figs grow on the Ficus tree (Ficus carica), which is a member of the Mulberry family. There are almost two hundred cultivars of figs, thus they grow in a wide range of shapes, colors and textures. The common fig bears a first crop, called the breba crop, in the spring on last season's growth. The second crop is born in the fall on the new growth and is known as the main crop. Figs are botanically an inverted flower. Each fig is not a single fruit, but nearly fifteen hundred tiny fruits. Figs made their first commercial product appearance with the 1892 introduction of Fig Newtons® Cookies.
Applications
When Black Mission Figs are blended with savory ingredients, such as salt, cocoa and spices, figs can produce a “meaty” flavor that has a smoky, almost steak-like aroma and taste. Chop fresh figs and thyme, then fold into olive oil-based cake batter and bake. Whip blue cheese and heavy cream, the pipe into halved figs, top with toasted hazelnuts and serve as an appetizer. Saute roasted beets and quartered figs in honey and balsamic vinegar, then toss with arugula and serve as a salad. Top puff pastry dough with crumbled goat cheese, chopped or halved figs and sliced prosciutto, then bake into a tart. To store, lay figs on paper towels; cover with plastic; refrigerate no more than three days. Use ripe figs immediately.
Geography/History
Figs are one of the very first plants to be cultivated by humans. They have been documented throughout history as a food source for over 11,000 years. They were first cultivated in ancient Egypt though they are believed to be indigenous to western Asia. They still have a huge presence in northern Africa and throughout the eastern Mediterranean, specifically Greece and Turkey. They have been naturalized in the western Mediterranean and throughout temperate regions of the United States, primarily Southern California. The Black Mission Fig is native to the Balearic Islands, an archipelago of Spain in the western Mediterranean Sea. Spaniards brought the fig to America in 1520. The (California) Mission fig received its given name in honor of the missionary fathers - priests at Mission San Diego, who originally planted figs in California in 1769. In the late 1880s, fig orchards covered much of the area within the city limits of Fresno, the heart of the central San Joaquin Valley, the largest agricultural sector of California. Figs require full sun all day to ripen palatable fruits. Cold springs and cloudy summers can lead to a dismal fig season.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Reata Glen | Mission Viejo CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Great Maple | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Parakeet café | La Jolla CA | 619-578-1040 |
| Sycamore Den | San Diego CA | 858-366-2586 |
| Juniper & Ivy Bar | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Distribution Center) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| The Guild Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-373-3184 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 858-530-1885 |
| Azuki Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-238-4760 |
| Shorehouse Kitchen Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 858-663-9916 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Bean Bar | San Diego CA | 503-704-6573 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
| The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-906-4805 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Maestoso | San Diego CA | 209-445-5600 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| JSIX American restaurant & Bar | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Green Dragon Tavern & Museum | Carlsbad CA | 760-797-5579 |
| Orfila Vineyards & Winery | Oceanside CA | 760-738-6500 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| You & Yours Distilling (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Shorehouse Kitchen | La Jolla CA | 858-459-3300 |
| Campfire Bar | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 619-955-8495 |
| Cody's at the Cove | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0040 |
| Monteferante Foods | Vista CA | 310-740-0194 |
| Al Fresko | San Diego CA | 858-888-6294 |
| Decoy Dockside Restaurant | San Marcos CA | 760-653-3230 |
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Little Italy Mercato
Juan - Heritage Family Farms
Near San Diego, California, United States760-741-8471 About 15 days ago, 11/30/19 Sharer's comments : Juan the man. 
I Formaggi Al Mercato Centrale
Near Florence, Tuscany, ItalyAbout 61 days ago, 10/15/19 
Specialty Produce
Anne Atkins
Near San Diego, California, United States4113 N Mission Rd Fallbrook CA 92028 1-760-216-2016 About 97 days ago, 9/09/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful black beauty figs from fallbrook! 
Your Dekalb Farmers Market
Deklab Farmers Market
Near Scottdale, Georgia, United States3000 Ponce de Leon Ave Decatur Georgia 30031 404-377-6400 https://www.dekalbfarmersmarket.com About 114 days ago, 8/23/19 Sharer's comments : Black mission figs fresh - here at Your Dekalb Farmers Market near Atlanta .. 
Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United StatesAbout 118 days ago, 8/19/19 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty
Near Santa Monica, California, United States619-295-3172 About 130 days ago, 8/07/19 Sharer's comments : Delicious Black Mission Figs from Murray Family Farms coming to San Diego 
Οργανισμός Κεντρικών Αγορών & Αλιείας ΑΕ
Lalas S.A
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens M 18-20 002104826243 About 131 days ago, 8/06/19 Sharer's comments : Black figs 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Murray family farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 134 days ago, 8/03/19 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty
Near Santa Monica, California, United States619-295-3172 About 137 days ago, 7/31/19 Sharer's comments : Black Mission Figs from Pudwill Farms 
Woodlands
Woodlands Market
Near Belvedere Tiburon, California, United States1550 Tiburon Blvd Tiburon CA 84920 415-435-2822 About 145 days ago, 7/22/19 
Luke's Local
Luke’s Local
Near San Francisco, California, United States960 Cole Street San Francisco CA 94117 415-742-4207 About 156 days ago, 7/12/19 
Gus’s Community Market
Gus’s Community Market
Near San Francisco, California, United States2111 Harrison Street San Francisco CA 94110 415-431-9300 About 156 days ago, 7/12/19 
Hawthorne Market
Hawthorne Market
Near Rolling Hills Estates, California, United States24202 Hawthorne Blvd Torrance CA 90505 310-373-4448 About 169 days ago, 6/29/19 
Jordan Market
Jordan Market - Westwood Blvd
Near Sawtelle, California, United States1449 Westwood Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90024 310-478-1706 About 170 days ago, 6/28/19 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Jimmy Pudwill
Near Santa Monica, California, United States805-720-2399 About 172 days ago, 6/26/19 Sharer's comments : Black mission figs in from Pudwill Farms. 
Central market of Athens Greece
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 173 days ago, 6/25/19 Sharer's comments : Figs ☘️ 
Specialty Produce
Specialty
Near San Diego, California, United States619-295-3172 About 174 days ago, 6/24/19 Sharer's comments : Fig season begins! 
Brentwood Farmers market
Arnett Farms
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 175 days ago, 6/23/19 
Irvine Ranch Market
Irvine Ranch Market
Near Irvine-Mesa, California, United States2651 Irvine Ave. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-631-4404 About 177 days ago, 6/21/19 Sharer's comments : Very nice 
Mother's Market & Kitchen
Mother’s Market & Kitchen
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States1890 Newport Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-631-4741 About 177 days ago, 6/21/19 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Specialty
Near Santa Monica, California, United States619-295-3172 About 179 days ago, 6/19/19 Sharer's comments : Figs making an appearance 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Arnett Farms
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesFresno, Ca About 490 days ago, 8/12/18 Sharer's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United States559-930-0815 About 540 days ago, 6/23/18 Sharer's comments : Black Mission Figs spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. Early figs. |
